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50 Blenheim Court NE
Concord, NC 28025
5 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath
2700-3300 square feet
$399,900-Huge Price Reduction

Full brick home with large rooms. Fresh paint. Peaceful sunroom on back of home. Master suite with dressing room. Beautifully landscaped with fountains, brick patio and easy to care for lawn. Two full brick three car detached garages plus two car attached garage. Each detached garage has finished bonus room above.

272 Charter Court
Concord, NC 28025
Winecoff Hills Subdivision
4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath
2800-3400 square feet
$349,900-Great New Price!

Beautiful new construction two story brick home. Many custom features including hardwoods on most of main level. Dining room and living room have brazilian cherry border. Custom cabinets with granite countertops and ceramic tile backsplash in kitchen. Smooth ceilings throughout home. Great location.

3521 Larkhaven Village Drive
Charlotte, NC 28215
Larkhaven Subdivision
4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath
1700-2100 square feet
$154,900

Move in condition. Ceramic tile in kitchen and breakfast area plus baths. Fresh paint throughout. New ceiling fans, new countertops in kitchen and new hardware on cabinets, new bathroom fixtures. Conveniently located near I-485. 2 car attached garage.

For 3 years now the National Media has continued to tell a National Story without reminding us that real estate and many other things involved in the economy are local in nature. The latest item that is not true here locally is that the credit markets have dried up and that there is no money for buyers to buy homes. THAT IS NOT TRUE!!!!

If you have a job, good credit and money for a down payment, you can get a loan. Please help us pass the word. Although it is true that all is not well with the economy, it will not get any better if we are paralyzed by information that is not entirely accurate.

• BB&T has a fantastic program-BB&T CHIP program that offers 100% financing, all on one loan, no PMI, and a great rate (credit score required is 660 and there is an income limit on the program.....). It's a 30 Year Fixed program. BB&T is still solid and wants to help clients obtain their dream of homeownership.--Ann Adams, BB&T Mortgage Loan Officer
• Southern Select CCU stands ready to assist your clients with their mortgage financing. Credit unions have benefited from the past few weeks of banking woes, and we're proud to stand up and be recognized!  $30 is all it takes to become a member/owner of Southern Select and eligible for all of the services we offer. Willard McCombs, Southern Select Community Credit Union
• You are so right! We are having a record month with rates down. Closing loans within 15 days or less. If we can assist you, please let us know. Stacey Pierce, Castle & Cooke Mortgage

On Thursday, October 23, over 100 community business leaders came together to hear from political leaders in Cabarrus County.  The event was held at the Embassy Suites and was held by the Cabarrus Regional Chamber of Commerce. 

Speakers included Senator Robin Hayes, Mayors Scott Padgett, Tim Haigler, Bob Misenheimer and Troy Barnhardt, County Commission Chair Jay White.  In addition Pat McCrory who is running for Governor spoke.  Beverly Purdue was unable to attend.  Leaders in new positions including Diane Snyder, Marcus Smith, Ryan McDaniels and Barry Shepherd spoke on their roles within their organizations and what the future holds.

Many issues were discussed and participants had an opportunity to ask the speakers questions as well as share ideas.  It was a great event and very timely as the election time is upon us. 

A special thank you to the Chamber for hosting the event so that the membership can be knowledgeable and learn more about the leaders in our region and state. 

Jobs Available at the North Carolina Research Campus, Kannapolis, NC

Want to be one of the first people to work at the new North Carolina Research Campus in Kannapolis? Castle & Cooke has created a website that will post jobs available at the North Carolina Research Campus.  Since the jobs are through the different universities and companies that will be in the research campus, applicants will have to submit their applications to different human resource departments but this will provide a central location to see all of the jobs.

For more information or to view jobs go to www.jobsatncrc.com or contact Castle & Cooke at 704-938-3200.

It's that time of year again. The Renaissance Festival is in town now through November 16.  It is open from 10 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.  Features include: jousting tournament, over 500 costumed characters, games, rides, artisans and crafters and a feast!  Advance tickets can be purchased at Harris Teeter locations.  On October 25th and 26th, kids ages 5-12 will be admitted free for the Renaissance Festival's Halloween Daze and Spooky Nights, which will include treat bags, costume contests and much more. For more information visit www.renfestinfo.com.

This exhibition has only been in 3 other cities and Charlotte is its fourth and final stop in the United States.  Visit Discovery Place in Charlotte between now and January 4, 2009 to tour the exhibit. A Day in Pompeii will show you what everyday life was like in the ancient Roman city.  The website allows you to view the photo gallery to see a few of the attractions in the exhibition.  For more information and reservations visit www.discoveryplace.org.

Halloween is almost here. This is your last chance to choose your pumpkin before the 31st.  Visit one of these local pumpkin patches to pick out your orange beauty. 

Iredell County

Carrigan Farms, Mooresville

Take a hayride to the pumpkin patch any weekend in October. Saturdays from 9:00 a.m-4:00 p.m. and Sundays from 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Included in the cost of $8 per person is the hayride, pumpkin, visit with the animals and fresh apple cider. For more information, visit www.carriganfarms.com

Union County  

Aw Shucks! Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch

Not only is there a corn maze and pumpkin patch-they also have farm animals, bonfires and flash light nights.  Aw Shucks is open until November 23.  For more information visit www.awshuckscornmaze.com or call 704-709-7000.

The Hunter Farm

The Hunter Farm has hayrides, pony rides, a pumpkin patch and campfires-you can even make smores!  For more information visit www.thehunterfarm.org or call 704-846-7975.  The fall season goes through November 16.

Cabarrus County

Riverbend Farm, Midland

Riverbend Farm has an 18 acre pumpkin patch with three new weekend attractions including a 40' orange wagon and ‘Magic' pumpkin.  Also, you can make reservations any Friday or Saturday night in October and have a cookout! For more information visit www.riverbendfarm.net.

Gaston County

Lineberger's Maple Springs Farm

Maple Springs farm has a wildlife trail, pumpkins and hayrides.  For more information visit http://maplespringsfarm.home.mindspring.com.

Mecklenburg County  

Rural Hill Farm, Huntersville

Rural Hill Farm has a flashlight Maize Maze on October 31. For more information visit www.ruralhillfarm.org. 

Lincoln County

Black's Produce, Denver

Black's produce has old fashioned candy, apples and a pumpkin patch.  Located at 636 N.C. 16 North, Denver.  For more information, call 704-489-0078.

1481 Remington Lane NW
Concord, NC 28027
Moss Creek Subdivision
3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath
1900-2300 square feet
$204,000

Like new home in Moss Creek. Hardwood floors in foyer, breakfast area and kitchen. Upgraded cabinets, granite counter tops and upgraded stainless steel appliances in kitchen. Open floor plan. Huge master suite with large bath, closets and sitting area. Community features pool, club house, tennis courts and walking trails.